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MYTHBUSTING

Many Evs Are Made in America. Go USA!

Many EVs are built in America, creating jobs and boosting local economies while keeping U.S. manufacturing strong in the global auto industry.
2024 Volkswagen VW ID.4 electric car Grizzlie EV home charger charging
MYTHBUSTING

On Average, It Costs $10–$15 to “Fill Up” an EV to a Full Charge

Charging an EV at home costs about $10-$15, offering significant savings over gasoline.
Volkswagen ID.4 at Electrify Expo with attendees exploring the vehicle.
MYTHBUSTING

On Average, EV Drivers Save Over $10K in Maintenance

Electric vehicle drivers can save over $10,000 in maintenance costs due to fewer moving parts and lower fueling expenses.
Close-up of a Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric vehicle charging at a home charger in a parking garage.
MYTHBUSTING

The Grid Can Handle EVs. Most Charging Happens Overnight During Off-Peak Hours

The grid can handle EVs—most charging happens at night, off-peak. Utilities love it, and EVs might even help stabilize electricity demand.
Tesla, BMW, Hyundai, and Kia electric vehicles lined up for test drives at Electrify Expo.
MYTHBUSTING

1 in 4 New Cars Sold in 2025 Are Electric!

In 2025, electric vehicles are projected to comprise 25% of new car sales, driven by consumer demand, supportive policies, and automaker initiatives.
Close-up of a Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric vehicle charging at a home charger in a parking garage.
MYTHBUSTING

Charging An EV Can Cost Less Than A Latte!

Charging an EV at home can cost less than a latte, with full charges around $5-$10. That is a fraction of what gas costs for the same mileage.
Tesla V4 Supercharger Fast Charging Charger - Model 3 and Cybertruck
MYTH BUSTING

Fast Chargers Add 200+ Miles in 15 Minutes!

Modern EVs can add over 200 miles in about 15 minutes, thanks to advancements in battery and charging technologies.
Home EV Charging with Tesla charger
MYTHBUSTING

80% of EV Charging Happens at Home, Not on the Road!

Most EV charging happens at home, not on the road. It’s cheaper, more convenient, and eliminates range anxiety. Public chargers? Rarely needed.
Electrify Expo Long Beach Hyundai
MYTHBUSTING

U.S. Drivers Average About 37 Miles of Driving Per Day. Go Electric!

Most Americans drive just 37 miles a day, well within an EV’s range. The real issue isn’t range, it’s outdated perceptions. Time to rethink EVs.
A lineup of electric pickup trucks at Electrify Expo, including the GMC Hummer EV, Tesla Cybertruck, and Rivian R1T
MYTHBUSTING

The Average Range of an EV Is Now 300+ Miles!

EVs now average nearly 300 miles per charge, with top models exceeding 500 miles, thanks to advancements in battery technology and charging infrastructure.
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Polestar Sales Jump 84% in Q1 2025. Revenue Up, Losses Down.

Front 3/4 view of the 2026 GMC Hummer EV Carbon Fiber Edition Pickup in exclusive Magnus Gray Matte exterior color.

The 2026 Hummer EV Hits 0-60 in 2.8 Seconds. It Just Delivers.

Micromobility electric bike demo test ride at Electrify Expo Denver

E-Bikes Are Replacing Cars and Getting Cheaper Fast

An electric vehicle assembly line showing a Rivian R1T truck body being lowered onto its chassis.
MYTHBUSTING

Many Evs Are Made in America. Go USA!

Many EVs are built in America, creating jobs and boosting local economies while keeping U.S. manufacturing strong in the global auto industry.
2024 Volkswagen VW ID.4 electric car Grizzlie EV home charger charging
MYTHBUSTING

On Average, It Costs $10–$15 to “Fill Up” an EV to a Full Charge

Charging an EV at home costs about $10-$15, offering significant savings over gasoline.
Volkswagen ID.4 at Electrify Expo with attendees exploring the vehicle.
MYTHBUSTING

On Average, EV Drivers Save Over $10K in Maintenance

Electric vehicle drivers can save over $10,000 in maintenance costs due to fewer moving parts and lower fueling expenses.
Close-up of a Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric vehicle charging at a home charger in a parking garage.
MYTHBUSTING

The Grid Can Handle EVs. Most Charging Happens Overnight During Off-Peak Hours

The grid can handle EVs—most charging happens at night, off-peak. Utilities love it, and EVs might even help stabilize electricity demand.
Tesla, BMW, Hyundai, and Kia electric vehicles lined up for test drives at Electrify Expo.
MYTHBUSTING

1 in 4 New Cars Sold in 2025 Are Electric!

In 2025, electric vehicles are projected to comprise 25% of new car sales, driven by consumer demand, supportive policies, and automaker initiatives.
Close-up of a Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric vehicle charging at a home charger in a parking garage.
MYTHBUSTING

Charging An EV Can Cost Less Than A Latte!

Charging an EV at home can cost less than a latte, with full charges around $5-$10. That is a fraction of what gas costs for the same mileage.
Tesla V4 Supercharger Fast Charging Charger - Model 3 and Cybertruck
MYTH BUSTING

Fast Chargers Add 200+ Miles in 15 Minutes!

Modern EVs can add over 200 miles in about 15 minutes, thanks to advancements in battery and charging technologies.
Home EV Charging with Tesla charger
MYTHBUSTING

80% of EV Charging Happens at Home, Not on the Road!

Most EV charging happens at home, not on the road. It’s cheaper, more convenient, and eliminates range anxiety. Public chargers? Rarely needed.
Electrify Expo Long Beach Hyundai
MYTHBUSTING

U.S. Drivers Average About 37 Miles of Driving Per Day. Go Electric!

Most Americans drive just 37 miles a day, well within an EV’s range. The real issue isn’t range, it’s outdated perceptions. Time to rethink EVs.
A lineup of electric pickup trucks at Electrify Expo, including the GMC Hummer EV, Tesla Cybertruck, and Rivian R1T
MYTHBUSTING

The Average Range of an EV Is Now 300+ Miles!

EVs now average nearly 300 miles per charge, with top models exceeding 500 miles, thanks to advancements in battery technology and charging infrastructure.
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Electrify Reviewed

Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y Best Electric SUV Review - Electrify Reviewed main YouTube

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs. Tesla Model Y: A Deep Dive into the Best Electric SUV

Rivian R1T vs. Ford F-150 Lightning Review Comparing the Best Electric Pickup Trucks Electrify Reviewed

Rivian R1T vs. Ford F-150 Lightning Review: Comparing the Best Electric Pickup Trucks

Trending

Polestar display full of attendees at Electrify Expo

Polestar Sales Jump 84% in Q1 2025. Revenue Up, Losses Down.

Front 3/4 view of the 2026 GMC Hummer EV Carbon Fiber Edition Pickup in exclusive Magnus Gray Matte exterior color.

The 2026 Hummer EV Hits 0-60 in 2.8 Seconds. It Just Delivers.

Micromobility electric bike demo test ride at Electrify Expo Denver

E-Bikes Are Replacing Cars and Getting Cheaper Fast

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